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Tooling Designer
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What they do
A Mechanical Design Engineer designs and develops mechanical tools as part of the product development cycle.
$95,526 / year median in Illinois
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Tooling Designer (OOJ - 48357) 60000-80000 / US Dollars / Annual Salary NPAworldwide Recruitment Network update Last updated: Sep/09/2026
Job Description Duties:
Designs tooling, gages, fixtures, and other items specified during the APQP process. Design outputs include math models, detail drawings, engineering data, wear allowances, assemblies, bill of materials, setup sheets and other information needed by toolmakers, engineers, and production teams. Collaborates with setup teams, engineers, and production personnel to develop processes, resolve quality and productivity issues, and drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
A technical designer capable of applying advanced techniques and analysis to the design and application of press tooling, fixtures, gages, assemblies, and related items used in the production of components. Will consider a fresh graduate with an A.S. or B.S. in Engineering and an interest in tool design.
Why is This a
Great Opportunity :
Perks:
Growing company adding personnel and manufacturing equipment.
Relocation package will be provided.
Immediate opening
Pay Type:
Annual Salary
Pay Rate:
60000-80000
Currency Type:
US Dollars Visa sponsorship provided:
No
Location:
Rockford, IL, Illinois, USA
Remote Status:
No Remote
Pay Type:
Annual Salary
Salary:
60000-80000 / US Dollars
Occupational Categories:
Other Industries/Categories
Industry(ies):
Fabricated Metal Products,Telecommunications,Transportation
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance